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Sharps Awareness Training for Staff
Every year, thousands of healthcare workers and other professionals face the serious risks associated with sharps injuries, including exposure to dangerous bloodborne infections like hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV), and HIV. Global estimates show that sharps injuries account for approximately 66,000 HBV infections, 16,000 HCV infections, and up to 5,000 HIV infections annually among
Introduction to Becoming a Trainer
Embarking on your journey as a trainer is both exciting and rewarding, and we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Over the next six days, you’ll gain valuable insights into what it takes to thrive as a Caring for Care trainer. Each day will bring new learning opportunities to help you develop
How Caring for Care Can Support Your Trainer Progression
How We Can Support Your Progression as a Trainer Today, we’re wrapping up our series with a look at how Caring for Care can support you every step of the way in your journey as a trainer. Over the past week, we’ve explored the daily life of a trainer, the skills that make a great
Financial Planning and Setting Yourself Up for Success as a Caring for Care Trainer
Financial Planning for Freelance Trainers Financial Planning and Setting Yourself Up for Success as a Caring for Care Trainer Today, we’re talking about realistic earning potential, financial planning, and strategies to set yourself up for long-term success as a freelance trainer with us. 🧑💻 Complete this 6-minute video Earning Potential as a Trainer Let’s start
Handling Questions and Feedback During Training
How to Handle Questions and Feedback During Training Today, we’re focusing on handling questions and feedback—a vital skill for any trainer. Let’s dive into some strategies that can help create an open, engaging, and supportive learning environment. 🧑💻You can complete the video below: Encouraging Questions To start, encouraging questions is key. Set a welcoming tone
Becoming a Caring for Care Trainer – Qualifications, Equipment, and Opportunities
What equipment and qualifications do you need? Hi, and welcome to Caring for Care! Today, we’re covering everything you need to know about becoming a successful trainer with us, from essential qualifications to recommended equipment and the training subjects you could be teaching. A valid driving licence, DBS, background in Health and Social Care is
Building Confidence as a Trainer
Building Confidence in Training Others Welcome to Day 3 of our series! Today, we’re focusing on building confidence as a trainer. Speaking in front of a group can feel daunting at first, but with the right strategies, you’ll become a more engaging and confident trainer. First, let’s look at a few strategies for boosting your
What Makes a Great Trainer in Health and Social Care?
A Day in the Life of a Trainer Hi there, and welcome to Caring for Care! We’re thrilled to share a sneak peek into a typical day for our trainers. As a Caring for Care trainer, your day is varied and impactful. From arriving at training sites to setting up an engaging learning environment, each
Start Your Trainer Journey: Understand Our Processes
We’re thrilled you’ve shown interest in working with Caring for Care as a trainer. We only work with the best, so you must be awesome! We understand that making the leap from permanent employment to becoming a freelance trainer, or even switching companies, can feel daunting. That’s why we’ve created this guide to help you
What is Effective Training and How Should Training Effectiveness Be Measured?
Effective training starts with clear goals and useful content, taught in an interesting way by good trainers. Participants need chances to practice and get feedback. Continued support helps them remember and use what they learn. Measuring outcomes shows how well the training worked. In the previous post, we discussed what compliance training is about and
Understanding Compliance Training
Compliance training is essential for many organisations. It helps employees understand the laws, regulations, and policies relevant to their work. This helps to avoid legal issues, create a safe and respectful work environment, and maintain the company’s good name. A PwC survey found that 87% of UK CEOs say a strong corporate purpose and values
The Importance of Ventilation and Ventilator Training in Healthcare
Breathing is a normal process that most people take for granted. The importance of mechanical ventilator for human is to support and maintain good health. However, for some people with breathing problems or serious illnesses, breathing can become difficult. In such cases, mechanical ventilation plays a vital role in supporting and maintaining life for them.
Hoist Training for Carers: Ensuring Safe and Efficient Patient Transfers
In 2021, a request for information from the Office for National Statistics showed that many incidents related to hoists happen each year, causing injuries to both patients and staff. Hoists, also called patient lifts, are crucial for helping people with limited mobility. But for carers to use them safely and effectively, they need special training.
Bariatric Equipment: How To Remarkably Support Safe Patient Movement
Providing quality care for bariatric (obese) patients poses unique challenges for healthcare workers. Safe patient handling and mobility are especially difficult when caring for larger patients. Fortunately, specialised bariatric equipment can make a big difference in maintaining the safety and dignity of both patients and staff. This article explores the lists of bariatric equipment available
Healthcare Cyber Security Best Practices: 10 Don’ts For Workers
In the fast-paced world of healthcare, where efficiency and patient care are top priorities, the significance of cybersecurity is often overlooked. One common but critical oversight is the use of obvious passwords. While it may seem like a straightforward practice to avoid, the reality is that overly simplistic passwords still pose a significant threat to
The All in One Training Mandatory Day: Pros, Cons, and Making it More Effective
Many healthcare organisations deliver mandatory training through full-day programs covering multiple topics back-to-back. While potentially efficient, concerns exist over cramming excessive content into short periods. This article will explore the reasoning for all in one mandatory training, weigh the advantages and disadvantages of lengthy training days, and provide recommendations to enhance comprehension and retention when
Statutory And Mandatory Training: Important Things To Know
Both statutory and mandatory training are important to keep the workplace safe and healthy. Statutory training is required by law to follow rules and keep employees and the public safe. This includes things like Health and Safety training, Equality training, and Fire safety training. Mandatory training, on the other hand, is decided by the organisation
What is mandatory training and why is it important
If you’re considering a career in healthcare, you’re embarking on a path of profound purpose and satisfaction. As a new healthcare worker, you’ll undergo comprehensive mandatory training to ensure patient safety and help you thrive in your role. This may sound tedious, but it’s actually fascinating and purposeful when you realise the “why.” We believe
How to Improve Cyber Security Awareness in Healthcare
As technology use expands in healthcare, so does the risk of cyber attacks that can compromise sensitive data and disrupt operations. Yet many health workers remain unaware of the growing threats. This article explores practical ways to improve cybersecurity awareness and safeguard practices across your organisation. While not overly technical, some basic understanding of online
How to Become a Health and Social Care Trainer: A Step-by-Step Guide
Train the trainer courses are special training or courses that teach people within a specific field how to train others. These trainer courses are developed to help individuals, like yourself, become skilled and effective teachers in your fields. Health and social care is a sector that plays a vital role in our communities, supporting individuals
How Often Do Day Staff Require Fire Training?
Fire training is crucial for staff in all roles to ensure safe evacuation and emergency response. But how often should day staff specifically undergo refresher fire training? The frequency of fire training for day staff can vary depending on factors such as industry regulations, risk assessments, and staff turnover. In general, it’s advisable for day
The Importance of PMVA Training in a Health and Social Care Setting
Improving safety and care in health and social settings is really important. One key part of this is PMVA training. This article tells you why PMVA training is essential for healthcare workers, including the laws and steps involved. PMVA means Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression. It’s training that helps healthcare workers stop and
Moving and Handling Techniques: Essential Safer Handling of People
Moving and handling technique refers to the correct and safe way of lifting, carrying, and supporting individuals to prevent injury for both the caregiver and the person being moved. Moving and handling safety is one of the most important skills for people working in the health and social care sector. It’s something that carers will